Category Archives: Local News
Libraries across Illinois are waiving late fees to encourage more use of public resources
The Ela Area Public Library in Lake Zurich has waived late fees for several years but tells patrons if they never return items, or return damaged material, they would still be responsible for the cost...
Jan 02, 2020
Cannabis now legal in Illinois but law enforcement questions still remain
Cannabis consumer Neal Young, who was in line New Year's Day in Springfield to buy pot legally on the first day of legal sales, said if state lawmakers pass the right policies, the black market will b...
Jan 02, 2020
Illinois’ population loss more than 51,000 in 2019, most in past decade
When it comes to Illinoisans moving out of the state, there were nearly 105,000 people lost. (WJBC file photo) By Illinois Radio Network/Greg BishopSPRINGFIELD – Illinois lost nearly 105,00...
Dec 31, 2019
AAA: Gas prices up, will decrease after holidays
In 2019, the national gas price average was $2.61, which is ten cents cheaper than the 2018 average of $2.71, according to the AAA Weekly Fuel Gauge. (Photo Pixabay) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON R...
Dec 30, 2019
Recreational cannabis days away, questions remain for Illinois gun owners
An inquiry with the Department of Justice was not immediately returned. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – When Illinois' recreational cannabis law goes into effec...
Dec 30, 2019
Wealth manager says Illinoisans should evaluate real estate investments heading into new year
Illinois has lost population every year for the past five years. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – With the end of year upon us, a wealth manager says it's a good...
Dec 30, 2019
New laws in Illinois could affect 1 in 5 insurance plans
State Rep. Tom Demmer said when the state passes such laws, it affects about 20 percent of the plans the state has the authority to regulate.(Photo courtesy www.ilga.gov)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRIN...
Dec 30, 2019
New laws, increased fines in 2020 for Illinois drivers
Fines for using a streaming device start at $75. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – Several new and updated driving laws go into effect in Illinois on New Year's D...
Dec 30, 2019
Bloomington woman identified in fatal crash on city’s west side
The McLean County Coroner’s Office and McLean County Sheriff’s Office are still investigating the crash. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – McLean County Coroner Kathy...
Dec 28, 2019
Bloomington-Normal unemployment down, job growth unchanged over the year
Jobs were up in nine metro areas, according to the Illinois Department of Employment Security. (Photo Pixabay) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The unemployment rate in Bloomington-Normal is down...
Dec 27, 2019
